Defense Minister Benny Gantz has promised striking social workers after a meeting with their representatives that their concerns about increased pay and violence on the part of their clients are being addressed.
"The strength of a society is judged by how it takes care of its weak," Gantz said.
"Social work is also a profession in which its practioners should take pride with fair compensation, a safe work environment, and opportunity for advancement.The government will continue to work until we find resolve these issues," he added.